Charlotte Davis

Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and recovery. Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and adherence to best practices. Maintained accurate and detailed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, enhancing communication and continuity of care among medical staff.

LPN - Valley View Estates - Hamilton, MT

(2002-07 - 2021-03)

• Provided direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and adherence to best practices.
• Maintained accurate and detailed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems, enhancing communication and continuity of care among medical staff.
• Educated patients and their families on health management, medication use, and post-discharge care instructions, promoting self-management and understanding of health conditions.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to better patient safety protocols and reducing hospital readmission rates.
• Administered wound care and infection control measures, ensuring adherence to protocols and enhancing patient recovery processes.
• Conducted routine health assessments and screenings, identifying potential health risks and facilitating early interventions.
• Maintained compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, ensuring ethical and legal practices in patient care delivery.
• Assisted patients with rehabilitation exercises and mobility, promoting independence and recovery following procedures or illness.
• Performed vital sign assessments and documented findings, contributing to comprehensive patient health evaluations.
• Assisted in managing medical inventory and supplies, ensuring availability and compliance with healthcare standards.

LPN - Discovery Care Center - Hamilton, MT

• Provided direct patient care by administering medications, performing wound care, and assisting with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, enhancing communication and continuity of care.
• Monitored vital signs and reported significant changes to registered nurses and physicians, facilitating timely interventions and improving patient safety.
• Educated patients and families on health management and self-care techniques, promoting adherence to treatment plans and enhancing overall health literacy.
• Utilized electronic health record (EHR) systems to streamline patient data entry and retrieval, improving efficiency and access to vital patient information.
• Assisted in coordinating patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Implemented infection control protocols to minimize risks and maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Conducted routine assessments and observations to identify changes in patients' conditions, contributing to proactive healthcare interventions.
• Supported nursing staff in training and mentoring new hires, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers, advocating for patient needs and preferences.

Associate's Degree - nursing - CoLin (1992)